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单词 ostentatory
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Definition of ostentatory in English:

ostentatory

adjective ɒˈstɛntət(ə)riˌɒstɛnˈteɪt(ə)ri
rare
  • Intended to attract attention or admiration; = "ostentatious".

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in MS Downside 54401. From post-classical Latin ostentatorius relating to portents, showing the external appearance from classical Latin ostentātor + -ius, suffix forming adjectives; compare -ory.

Definition of ostentatory in US English:

ostentatory

adjective
rare
  • Intended to attract attention or admiration; = "ostentatious".

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in MS Downside 54401. From post-classical Latin ostentatorius relating to portents, showing the external appearance from classical Latin ostentātor + -ius, suffix forming adjectives; compare -ory.

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